Relates to collecting data regarding alternative living arrangements for children who are at a substantial risk of maltreatment

This bill requires New York's Office of Children and Family Services to collect and report specific data about "alternative living arrangements" for children at risk of maltreatment. It defines these arrangements as out-of-home placements developed during child protection investigations, voluntary foster care, respite requests, or other related processes. The law mandates annual reports tracking details like the number of children in such arrangements, placement types (e.g., with relatives or respite care), duration, and outcomes (e.g., return home or court involvement), with data disaggregated by age, race, and zip code where feasible. These reports must be published online and submitted to state officials annually, starting by September 2026. The policy directly affects local social services districts, child protection agencies, and children in these care arrangements.